Blue Fan Flower (Vittadinia cuneata)
Toxicity: Toxic to cats
Clinical Signs:
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Lethargy
- Tremors
- Seizures
- Respiratory distress
- Liver failure
What to Do if Your Cat Ingests Blue Fan Flower:
1. Call your veterinarian immediately.
2. Gather information about the plant:
- Take a photo of the plant or bring a sample to the veterinarian.
- Estimate how much the cat ingested.
3. Monitor your cat closely:
- Watch for any clinical signs listed above.
- Keep the cat calm and comfortable.
4. Treatment:
- Treatment will depend on the severity of the ingestion and the clinical signs.
- Activated charcoal may be given to absorb the toxin.
- Intravenous fluids may be needed to support hydration and electrolyte balance.
- Medications may be prescribed to control vomiting, diarrhea, and seizures.
- Hospitalization may be necessary for severe cases.
Prognosis:
- The prognosis for cats that ingest blue fan flower depends on the amount ingested and the promptness of treatment.
- Early intervention can improve the chances of recovery.
Prevention:
- Keep blue fan flower plants out of reach of cats.
- Supervise your cat when playing outdoors.
- Consider fencing off areas where blue fan flower is growing.
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